HANDFASTINGS
The exact origins of a handfasting ceremony are believed to date back many thousands of years, usually coinciding with types of pagan worship, particularly amongst Celts that migrated to Britain from Europe around 7000 B.C.
A handfasting is a component of a wedding ceremony which entails gently wrapping cord, ribbon or tartan around the bride and groom’s clasped hands and tying a knot, the wrapping of the cords represent an infinity symbol symbolically binding the couple together in a declaration of unity. The cords or ribbons can be tied together just before, just after or during the couples vows.
You may have even heard the term “Tying the Knot”… Knots have been used in marriage ceremonies since at least the 13th century. The Legend of St Katherine circa 1225 used the middle english “cnotte” to represent the tie or bond of wedlock. Knots have a place in the folklore of many cultures and usually symbolise unbreakable pledges.
AVEBURY STONES
MY SERVICES INCLUDE
Correspondence as often as is required via email or telephone with Bride and Groom.
A beautifully crafted, personalised Ceremony including a traditional Celtic Hand Fasting.
Preparation of the sacred space in advance of the ceremony.
Handfasting Cord or Ribbon (in your choice of colours and yours to keep).
A Celtic Loving Cup for the toast following your vows.
Decorated Besom (broomstick) for ‘jumping the broom’.
£750.00
Please note: I will dress appropriately to ensure that I complement the bridal party, for handfasting I usually dress in a full length green velvet hooded cloak, with cream satin lining and full length cassock in cream.
ROLLRIGHT STONES
MY SERVICES INCLUDE
Correspondence as often as is required via email or telephone with Bride and Groom.
A beautifully crafted, personalised Ceremony including a traditional Celtic Hand Fasting.
Preparation of the sacred space in advance of the ceremony.
Handfasting Cord or Ribbon (in your choice of colours and yours to keep).
A Celtic Loving Cup for the toast following your vows.
Decorated Besom (broomstick) for ‘jumping the broom’.
£750.00
Please note: I will dress appropriately to ensure that I complement the bridal party, for handfasting I usually dress in a full length green velvet hooded cloak, with cream satin lining and full length cassock in cream.
CASTLERIGG STONES
MY SERVICES INCLUDE
Correspondence as often as is required via email or telephone with Bride and Groom.
A beautifully crafted, personalised Ceremony including a traditional Celtic Hand Fasting.
Preparation of the sacred space in advance of the ceremony.
Handfasting Cord or Ribbon (in your choice of colours and yours to keep).
A Celtic Loving Cup for the toast following your vows.
Decorated Besom (broomstick) for ‘jumping the broom’.
From £950.00
Please note: I will dress appropriately to ensure that I complement the bridal party, for handfasting I usually dress in a full length green velvet hooded cloak, with cream satin lining and full length cassock in cream.
MY SERVICES INCLUDE
Correspondence as often as is required via email or telephone with Bride and Groom.
A beautifully crafted, personalised Ceremony including a traditional Celtic Hand Fasting.
Preparation of the sacred space in advance of the ceremony.
Handfasting Cord or Ribbon (in your choice of colours and yours to keep).
A Celtic Loving Cup for the toast following your vows.
Decorated Besom (broomstick) for ‘jumping the broom’.
From £950.00
Please note: I will dress appropriately to ensure that I complement the bridal party, for handfasting I usually dress in a full length green velvet hooded cloak, with cream satin lining and full length cassock in cream.
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